Creative Solutions for Shop Talent Recruitment: Working with Your Local Workforce Development Organizations [W9] 2025

In this session, explore innovative approaches to shop talent recruitment by leveraging partnerships with local workforce development organizations. Featuring insights from the Workforce Training Programs and the Academies of Louisville, administrated by KentuckianaWorks, this presentation will guide you through practical strategies to attract, train, and retain skilled workers. Learn how to tap into these resources and resources like them to build a robust talent pipeline, enhance your recruitment efforts, and support your community's economic growth. Perfect for people managers, HR professionals, and business leaders looking to address talent shortages with creative, community-focused solutions.
Key takeaways include:
Strengthen Your Talent Pipeline – Learn how partnering with local high schools and workforce development organizations can help you attract and develop future skilled workers while increasing visibility for your company.
Boost Employee Engagement & Morale – Encourage your staff to volunteer with students and mentor individuals reentering the workforce. These efforts can enhance job satisfaction, improve company culture, and build a sense of purpose.
Develop Leadership & Communication Skills – Explore how mentoring, job shadowing, and engaging with creative partnerships can help employees strengthen their leadership, public speaking, and coaching abilities.
Enhance Your Employer Brand & Community Impact – Position your company as a leader in workforce development by investing in young talent and second-chance hiring. These initiatives not only attract purpose-driven employees but also contribute to long-term economic growth in your community.

Of Interest To:
Erectors, Fabricators, Educators, Engineers, HR/Business Leaders

Speaker(s): Angella Wilson, Tosha Ridenour